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Synopsis
The United States invades Brazil in this story of space age competition. It happens when Brazil successfully launches a nuclear weapon into space using anti-gravity technology. The U.S. government claims the technology was given Brazil by enemy aliens who are taking over the country. By the author of Cold Allies.
Cradle of Splendor: content & age rating
Intended for adult readers (18+).
This adult science fiction novel depicts a U.S. military invasion of Brazil with war violence, political conspiracy themes, and the moral complexity of first contact scenarios.
What to know going in
This book has strong violence, no sexual content, and moderate language. Content notes include mass death, war, and political violence (see the full list above).
Who'll love this
Adult readers interested in hard-hitting political SF with alien contact and military conflict will find this compelling.